Yes, I totally agree with you. The diverse perspectives offered by my friends definitely helped me explore various career options. When I felt lost regarding my future plans, my friends, each from different academic backgrounds, shared their experiences and informed me of the many avenues that I could pursue.
One of my closest friends, whom I've mentioned here, studied agriculture. Who would have thought that milk doesn't only come from cows and that there are various milks from different animals?! She also explained to me the process and the science behind it, which fascinated me because I had no idea. You can imagine how eye-opening this was for a city girl like me. haha!
Another friend who did a lot of freelance work while studying shared with me the joys and challenges of being self-employed. I never knew the intricacies of being a freelancer, like dealing with late payments or the freedom in creating your work schedule. This sparked my interest in exploring entrepreneurial paths, which I previously knew nothing about but now feel is a viable option post-graduation.
Being open to these varied experiences broadens our understanding of the world and the possibilities ahead. It's comforting to know that we have diverse resources to tap into when making life decisions.